An enraged Mourinho responded after being shown a red card following a controversial decision during the Manchester United match.

Fenerbahce manager José Mourinho once again drew attention, not for his strategic skills, but for receiving a dramatic red card during a Europa League match against Manchester United.

The tense, hard-fought contest took a chaotic turn when Mourinho lost his composure after a disputed decision by referee Clement Turpin. In the second half, Fenerbahce winger Bright Osayi-Samuel fell in the box after being challenged by United’s Manuel Ugarte, leading to immediate calls for a penalty. However, Turpin dismissed the appeals.

Fuming on the sidelines, Mourinho directed his anger at the fourth official, Jeremy Stinat. His complaints quickly escalated, capturing Turpin’s attention, who then issued a red card for foul language. Mourinho had to leave the field and watched the remainder of the match from the stands.

His ejection occurred at a pivotal moment, with the score tied at 1-1. Manchester United had initially taken the lead with a goal from Christian Eriksen, but Fenerbahce equalized through a header by Youssef En-Nesyri in the second half.

Mourinho’s dramatic exit heightened the already charged atmosphere. His previous tenure at Manchester United, where he won the Europa League and League Cup, added to the tension of the match.

Before the match, Mourinho played down his emotional connection to United, emphasizing his commitment to helping Fenerbahce compete at the highest level in Europe.

While acknowledging his respect for United, he insisted that Fenerbahce should not be underestimated, highlighting their resilience and determination to challenge the top clubs in Europe.

Nonetheless, it was his fiery outburst that captured the headlines, overshadowing the actual game. Even after his dismissal, Mourinho’s influence was felt, dominating the post-match discussions.

This Europa League encounter will be remembered not just for the gameplay, but as another dramatic episode in Mourinho’s career, where his passionate reactions once again altered the narrative of the match.